Homebrewing! It’s a booming hobby that combines some basic biochemistry with getting drunk. I enjoy brewing my own beer, which led me to write articles, tips, and recipes for a homebrewing website.

A large part of my work has explored the link between nutrition and health, but working on a guide to the Mediterranean diet provided the opportunity to explore that link in depth. The project was an opportunity to dive into the science and read the research behind the hype. The result, which combined a cookbook and eating guide, has greatly influenced my own diet.

Fasting is a complicated topic, with ties not just to health, but also to culture and religion. Despite being a common practice around the world, there hasn’t been much research focused on the effects of fasting. Writing an informative, helpful book on the topic of intermittent fasting turned out to be a fun challenge.

While the panic over testosterone levels is undoubtedly overblown, it does provide a chance to talk about men’s health and how its requirements change as men age.

This project included background information on testosterone, a guide to different supplements, a meal guide, and a selection of recipes. All of it required a great deal of research, not to mention juggling several writing styles.